The Renters’Rights Act 2025 for properties let in England, introduces the most significant reforms to the private rented sector in a generation. The reforms increase landlord responsibilities and introduce significantly stronger enforcement – with hefty fines for non-compliance.

The government has announced a phased approach to implementation, with the first major changes to be implemented from 1st May 2026.

For us, the key to funding our travels without having to work is renting out our property, so this new legislation will have a huge impact.

We have always tried to be good landlords: if we have good tenants, we don’t raise the rent, and if there are issues, we deal with them immediately.

The new bill targets rogue landlords. Unfortunately, it makes renting property more onerous and costly. We can get almost the same return by putting our money in the bank without all the hassle! If the days of high capital growth are gone, (and Capital Gains Tax on property has increased considerably in recent years), it begs the question whether letting property is worth it.

However, that aside, here is what you need to know about the Renters’ Rights Act.